Hartwell, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Hartwell Police Department serves the city of Hartwell, GA in Hart County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 509 violent crimes and 1,106 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 109.7 per 100k residents, which is 3.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 351.0 per 100k, 114.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate109.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents509 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate351.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,106 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate329.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,007 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate21.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents28 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 109.7 | C | 509 | 106.2 | +3.3% |
| Property Crime | 351.0 | F | 1106 | 163.6 | +114.6% |
| Robbery | 21.9 | F | 9 | 5.8 | +277.1% |
| Larceny | 329.1 | F | 1007 | 116.4 | +182.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 21.9 | C | 28 | 22.2 | -1.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lavonia | 17 miles | F 232.0 | F 417.6 | Violent: 111.5% higher Property: 19.0% higher |
| Royston | 17 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 233.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 33.5% lower |
| Canon | 17 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Franklin Springs | 17 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Elberton | 17 miles | F 184.9 | D 205.4 | Violent: 68.5% higher Property: 41.5% lower |